"This was the most complex house I've ever done," says Smith of the residence, which is located on a corner lot in a quiet residential neighborhood in Palo Alto. Though the facade shown here faces the street, it is actually the back of the home. Making all sides appear to be a front was challenging for Smith.  Photo 2 of 6 in Rammed-Earth Houses by Erika Heet from The Most Popular Homes in Dwell: 41-60

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"This was the most complex house I've ever done," says Smith of the residence, which is located on a corner lot in a quiet residential neighborhood in Palo Alto. Though the facade shown here faces the street, it is actually the back of the home. Making all sides appear to be a front was challenging for Smith.